Chelsea FC are facing concerns over their goalkeeper situation, with Paul Scholes urging the club to sign former Arsenal star Emiliano Martinez. Martinez's move to Juventus has collapsed, and Scholes believes he would be a good signing for the Blues.
What happened?
Chelsea FC were expected to dip into the transfer market for a new goalkeeper, but new boss Xabi Alonso appears content with his current options, with Robert Sanchez still the No. 1 going into the new season.
Why it matters for Chelsea FC
A number of pundits have advised Chelsea to replace Sanchez, who has made a number of high-profile mistakes since his £25m move from Brighton in 2023. Scholes believes Sanchez will be a 'problem' for Alonso unless he is moved on.
What comes next?
Scholes has urged Chelsea to launch a move for Martinez before the transfer deadline. Martinez, 33, was expected to join Juventus but his move to Serie A has seemingly collapsed. Juve were willing to pay 10m euros for Martinez, but Villa want at least £11m up front.
Chelsea FC finished just 10th in the Premier League last season but are widely expected to improve under Alonso, the former Real Madrid and Liverpool midfielder. In fact, Michael Owen has predicted Alonso's side will finish second in the Premier League behind reigning champions Arsenal.
Chelsea FC's fixtures before the first international break are: Fulham vs Chelsea (August 24), Chelsea vs Luton Town (August 27), Chelsea vs Brighton (August 30), Arsenal vs Chelsea (September 6), Chelsea vs Hull City (September 12), and Brentford vs Chelsea (September 18).
Chelsea FC's current league standing is 10th in the Premier League, with 52 points from 38 games, and a goal difference of +6. They have scored 58 goals and conceded 52 so far this season. They are 33 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race.
What's next for Chelsea FC?
Chelsea FC will face Fulham in their next match on August 24. The Blues are expected to improve under new boss Xabi Alonso, but concerns over their goalkeeper situation remain. Scholes believes Martinez would be a good signing for the club, and Chelsea FC should launch a move for him before the transfer deadline.
Why Chelsea FC need a new goalkeeper
Sanchez has made a number of high-profile mistakes since his move from Brighton in 2023. A number of pundits have advised Chelsea to replace him, and Scholes believes Martinez would be a good signing for the club.
What's the latest on Chelsea FC's transfer business?
Chelsea FC have been one of the biggest spenders in the transfer market this summer, splashing out over £300m on more than ten new signings. They made England midfielder Morgan Rogers the most expensive British player of all time in a £117m deal from Aston Villa, and also spent on Maxence Lacroix and Marco Palestra.
What's next for Chelsea FC's title hopes?
Chelsea FC are widely expected to improve under Alonso, but concerns over their goalkeeper situation remain. Scholes believes Martinez would be a good signing for the club, and Chelsea FC should launch a move for him before the transfer deadline.
What's the latest on Chelsea FC's fixtures?
Chelsea FC's fixtures before the first international break are: Fulham vs Chelsea (August 24), Chelsea vs Luton Town (August 27), Chelsea vs Brighton (August 30), Arsenal vs Chelsea (September 6), Chelsea vs Hull City (September 12), and Brentford vs Chelsea (September 18).
